Posted in artichoke blog home, recipes 20. Jan, 2012
Sweetheart Artichoke Co Balsamic Vinaigrette Artichokes only takes 15-20 minutes to prepare start to finish. So easy to make, very tender, and oh so delicious! No garlic butter or dipping sauce needed. Makes 2-3 Servings Ingredients 3 Small or 2 Large Artichoke Globes 1/2 cup water 3 teaspoons butter or margarine 1 fresh lemon 1/8 to 1/4 [...]
Posted in artichoke blog home, recipes 17. Jan, 2012
You guessed it. “Frost Kissed” means the globes were produced in cooler weather and are slightly frost bitten. I tried a few and they are actually very tasty! As long as the globes are not horribly brown and look similar to the pictures shown, the results will be wonderful. So, never fear! Give it [...]
Posted in artichoke blog home, recipes 17. Jan, 2012
Next time you steam artichoke globes, try adding beer or white wine instead of water. It will add a wonderful new flavor! Non-Alcoholic beer, wine, and even apple juice. is also a tasty alternative. Share:
Posted in artichoke blog home, recipes 16. Jan, 2012
Sweetheart Artichoke Company Stuffing Stuffed Artichokes take about 30 minutes to prepare. It is an impressive appetizer that is easy to make. Serves 2. Ingredients 2 Artichoke Globes 1 6oz package Stove Top Stuffing 1 TBL Butter or Margarine 3 Garlic Cloves Chopped 1 Fresh Lemon Garlic seasoning or garlic powder to taste. Prepare stuffing [...]
Posted in artichoke blog home, recipes 16. Jan, 2012
Sweetheart Artichoke Company About the Recipe Easy to make. There is only a hint of bacon flavor. The bell peppers draw out the bitter artichoke taste giving it a pleasant mild flavor. The garlic cloves are very tender and mild tasting too! Both the globe and the garlic cloves make a wonderful meal. Serve with bread sticks. Serving [...]
Posted in artichoke blog home, how to grow artichoke plants 11. Jan, 2012
Knowing your plant hardy zone is as easy as entering your zip code below. This will help determine which plants are best for your climate. Before purchasing any plants online, check your plant hardy zone to make sure it will survive well in your climate. And, knowing your plant hardy zone will save tons of [...]
Posted in artichoke blog home, recipes 08. Jan, 2012
Sweetheart Artichoke Co . Roasting Artichoke Globes takes the bitter tast away. Artichoke Globes have a distinctive bitter taste. When it comes to taste, bigger is not always better. Larger artichoke globes tend to be tougher and have a stronger bitter taste. During the first year of production, artichoke globes will be very bitter compared [...]
Posted in artichoke blog home 07. Jan, 2012
Welcome Garden Friends! I just uploaded a ton of articles about how to grow artichoke plants at home. Included you will find information about planting, summer and winter care, and pest control too. Please bookmark this page and watch my artichoke blog grow! Garden Blessings, GAiL www.sweetheartartichokes.com Share:
Posted in artichoke blog home 06. Jan, 2012
Growing Your New Artichoke You can grow artichoke plants in nearly any climate. The best time to plant in-ground is in late fall or after the spring thaw. SUN: Full Sun in zone 5-9. Partial Sun in zones 10. When planting in weather that is over 70°f, shade your artichoke plant until it has adapted [...]
Posted in how to grow artichoke plants, italian artichokes 05. Jan, 2012
Sweetheart Artichoke Co Q: Do you sell artichoke plants that yield small globes? I live in Napa, CA. A: The artichokes I produce grow to about 5 feet tall and 5 feet wide. Globe size depends on sunshine and water. Too much water and little sunshine will produce smaller globes. Store-Bought Artichokes The artichokes found [...]
